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- To provide technical advice and assistance to enable older and disabled clients to choose appropriate solutions in order for them to remain in their own homes in comfort, safety and security.
- To monitor on site work and be responsible for assessing progress, quality assurance, health & safety compliance; approving & assessing contractor risk assessments and method statements; and the processing of relevant on site procedures from the pre-contract meeting to completion and final accounts.
- On the client’s instruction to provide specifications, schedules & drawings and to liaise with professional consultants etc. in connection with repairs, adaptations and improvements to their property.
- To obtain estimates/tenders from approved contractors for works etc. and arrange for instructions to be given to contractors.
- To liaise with the client and owners of any adjoining properties and ensure that all appropriate documentation has been completed where required in accordance with the Party Wall Act.
- To carry out and administer pre-contract meetings and ensure all contract documentation is completed and the client is duly informed of all issues relating to the proposed building works.
- To process on site variations and interim payments and compile final accounts.
- To produce Health & Safety Files and contribute to complying with Construction Design Management regulations in the delivery of the technical service from pre contract meetings to onsite works.
- To liaise, as required, with statutory bodies, utility companies and other professional agencies in the course of undertaking technical duties.
- To take the initiative in resolving problems within all aspects of the technical process.
- To complete progress reports for onsite schemes.
- To take off quantities from prepared drawings & compile specifications, for ramp schemes, new build, adaptations and dilapidation works.
- To remain informed of current developments in building construction-- particularly in  relation to Building Control legislation and to inform other members of staff as required.
- To demonstrate ongoing professional development in order to respond to new challenges encountered by the technical team as the Agency seeks to improve and expand its service.
- To assist the Senior Technical Officer in the running of the Agency’s Technical Services and provide temporary cover in the senior role in their absence.
- Educated to minimum HNC/HND standard in a building related field. Â
- Knowledge & experience of domestic building construction.
- Knowledge & experience of surveying domestic properties & producing diagnostic solutions.
- Experience of liaising with contractors and site supervision.
- Experience of using computerised systems.
- Awareness of Health & Safety Regulations.
- Knowledge of Building Control, Planning and other statutory regulations relating to construction.
- Knowledge of Contract Administration.
- Knowledge of Construction Design Management Regulations and their application.
- Ability to draw construction plans and designs.
- Ability to use AutoCAD
- Ability to cost items of work and draw up basic schedules.
- Ability to monitor quality of adaptation and building works as well as minor repairs.
- Ability to organise and prioritise workload and meet deadlines.
- Ability to communicate effectively.
- Ability to negotiate and influence decisions.
- Ability to work on own initiative.
- Ability to manage and work as part of a team.
- Ability to work under pressure.
- Ability to deal with challenging situations with tact and diplomacy.
- Ability to be flexible and adaptable.
- Hybrid working options – home, office, and site.
- Equipment will be provided.
- Must have a full UK driving license and access to a car for work.
